Budget 2021: What will it mean for Scotland?

When Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak delivers his Budget to Westminster on Wednesday, more eyes than usual will be on the announcements which affect Scotland.

While many of the Westminster Budget announcements do not generally apply to Scotland – with key areas such as health and education devolved to Holyrood – this year’s package will have more significance.

The coronavirus crisis has forced the UK Government to inject cash into industries UK-wide in a bid to protect the economy.

Perhaps one of the most significant announcements will be a further extension to the furlough scheme, which at this stage, seems inevitable.